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Halloween horror trap: Why this custom is becoming more and more displeased in Germany!
The debate about Halloween in Rhön-Grabfeld: traditions, origins and personal opinions. What is behind the custom?
Halloween horror trap: Why this custom is becoming more and more displeased in Germany!
On November 4th, 2025, the conversation about Halloween continues across the German expanses. Whether in small streets or large squares - the American custom has spread greatly in recent years and has long since arrived here. The author of the Mainpost expresses his dissatisfaction with this festival, which is becoming increasingly popular in this country. Every year he develops a personal aversion to Halloween that is not easy to explain. After all, in Germany we have been celebrating our own customs in November for a long time, yes, and without ghosts and ghosts.
A typical highlight of Halloween is the “Trick or Treat” game, which is particularly popular with children. The little ghosts and witches go from door to door hoping for a sweet reward. In the US, a quarter of annual candy sales occur during the Halloween season - what a deal! Industry experts would say with a smile that it makes snacking even more fun.
Origins and traditions
But where does this custom actually come from? The name Halloween comes from “Allhalloween” or “All Hallows’ Evening,” the evening before All Saints’ Day, celebrated on November 1st. Halloween's roots lie deep in ancient Celtic harvest festivals, particularly Samhain, which marked the transition from summer to winter. This day was of great importance to the Celtic Druids, as they believed that on Samhain the souls of the dead could communicate with the living. To protect themselves from evil spirits, people dressed up and even offered food to the demons and ghosts.
In the Roman Empire, the custom of sharing or giving away fruit such as apples was also part of the festivities, perhaps in reference to the goddess Pomona, who was in charge of gardens and orchards. Trick-or-treating, one of the most famous Halloween traditions, has its roots in “souling”. Children asked for soul cookies and prayed for the dead - a mixture of fun and seriousness that can only be found in customs.
A look at the biblical perspective
What does the Bible actually think of such customs? Events like Halloween are not explicitly mentioned, but there are basic principles to consider. So encouraged BibleInfo readers to reflect on the themes surrounding this festival. For example, the writings warn against practices such as sorcery and witchcraft and urge people to distance themselves from dark deeds. Questions like: Is Halloween uplifting and pure? should encourage you to question your own views.
What's interesting is that throughout history, Halloween has been combined with Christian elements, so that it was not considered unclean by many of the celebrations. The marriage of tradition and faith – for many a reason to continue celebrating. Even if not everyone is connected to the festival and you can contact the author of the Mainpost will certainly not come across weddings, this debate remains exciting.
Ultimately, the question always arises: How do you feel about Halloween? Is it just a snack festival in disguise or is there more to it? Opinions differ, and that's a good thing.